E-Limit

Chromium and inorganic compounds: Chromyl chloride, as Cr(VI), Total

CAS Number

14977-61-8

Last Revised

2022

TWA Limit

0.025 ppm

STEL

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Ceiling Limit

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Notes & Notations
  • ACGIH A1 - Confirmed human carcinogen (cancer causing)
  • ACGIH DSEN - Dermal sensitizer
  • ACGIH RSEN - Respiratory sensitizer
  • ACGIH Skin - Contributes to exposure by the skin route
  • IARC 1 - Carcinogenic to humans (cancer causing)
  • OHSR 5.57 is applicable for this designated substance
Basis of B.C. Exposure Limit
Minimize the potential for:
  • Asthma
  • Lung and sinonasal cancer
  • Respiratory tract irritation
  • Note: There may be other potential health effects; refer to ACGIH TLV Documentation and other relevant references.
Synonyms:

Cr

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